Tennessee defensive back Bryce Thompson (20) defends against West Virginia wide receiver Marcus Simms (8) during the Belk College Kickoff between Tennessee and West Virginia at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina on Saturday, September 1, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel (NFS)

West Virginia wide receiver Marcus Simms (8) escapes a tackle by Tennessee defensive back Bryce Thompson (20) during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against West Virginia in the Belk College Kickoff at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C., on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel (NFS)

Tennessee running back Tim Jordan (9) runs the ball as West Virginia defensive lineman Kenny Bigelow Jr. (40) defends during the Belk College Kickoff between Tennessee and West Virginia at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina on Saturday, September 1, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Jeremy Banks (33) is tackled by West Virginia JoVanni Stewart (9) during the final minutes of their 40-14 loss to West Virginia in the Belk College Kickoff game in Charlotte, NC Saturday, September 1, 2018. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel (NFS)

Tennessee fan Steven Miracle watches the Vols play during the Belk College Kickoff between Tennessee and West Virginia at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C., on Sept. 1, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Brandon Johnson (7) during the final minutes of their 40-14 loss to West Virginia in the Belk College Kickoff game in Charlotte, NC Saturday, September 1, 2018. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel (NFS)

West Virginia safety Josh Norwood (4) defends against Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman (85) during the Belk College Kickoff between Tennessee and West Virginia at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina on Saturday, September 1, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel (NFS)

Tennessee tight end Dominick Wood-Anderson (4) scores a touchdown during first half action against the West Virginia Mourtaineers in the Belk College Kickoff game in Charlotte, NC Saturday, September 1, 2018. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel (NFS)

A spirited Tennessee fan waves a flag before the Tennessee Volunteers' game against West Virginia in the Belk College Kickoff at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C., on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Tennessee Head Coach Jeremy Pruitt yells onto the field during a game between Tennessee and ETSU at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) is knocked out of bounds by ETSU linebacker Jared Folks (31) during a game between Tennessee and ETSU at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel

Smokey watches the game action from the sidelines during a game between Tennessee and ETSU at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel, Knoxville News Sentinel

Tennessee defensive back Marquill Osborne (3) scores a touchdown as Tennessee defensive back Theo Jackson (26) congratulates him during a game between Tennessee and ETSU at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel

Tennessee defensive back Bryce Thompson (20) reacts after missing a pass during a game between Tennessee and ETSU at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) is tripped up by ETSU linebacker Zack Yancey (22) during a game between Tennessee and ETSU at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) and UTEP defensive back Nik Needham (5) collide during a play during the second half of a game between UT and UTEP in Neyland Stadium Sept. 15, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee running back Madre London (31) leaps over for extra yardage to the goal line UTEP linebacker Sione Tupou (3) during a game between Tennessee and UTEP at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, September 15, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Brandon Johnson (7) is congratulated by tight end Austin Pope (81) after Johnson made a reception during the game against UTEP on Saturday, September 15, 2018. Saul Young/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Josh Palmer (84) runs on the field during a game between Tennessee and UTEP at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, September 15, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee tight end Austin Pope (81) fumbles the ball and flies out of bounds for a touchback during first half action against Florida in Neyland Stadium Saturday, September 22, 2018 in Knoxville, Tenn. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) reaches for in the end zone but is called incomplete during a game between Tennessee and Florida at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, September 22, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee running back Jeremy Banks (33) is tackled by two Florida defenders during second half of their 47-21 in Neyland Stadium Saturday, September 22, 2018 in Knoxville, Tenn. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee tight ends coach Brian Niedermeyer calls from the sidelines during a game between Tennessee and Florida at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, September 22, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee running back Tim Jordan (9) tries to stay on his feet as Florida defensive back Chauncey Gardner-Johnson (23) tackles him during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Florida in Neyland Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Tennessee defensive back Micah Abernathy (22) tries to catch up to Florida wide receiver Freddie Swain (16) as he dives into the end zone for a touchdown during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Florida in Neyland Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Tennessee defensive lineman Kyle Phillips (5) is congratulated by Tennessee defensive back Baylen Buchanan (28) after regaining possession of the ball during a game between Tennessee and Florida at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, September 22, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

The setting sun illuminates Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) as he calls for the snap during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Georgia in Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Charlie Collier, from Franklin, and many other Volunteer fans show their disappointment during second half action of their 38-12 loss to Georgia Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Sanford Stadium in Athens, GA. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel,

Tennessee running back Ty Chandler (8) runs for a touchdown during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Georgia in Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Tennessee Head Coach Jeremy Pruitt talks to Georgia Head Coach Kirby Smart during warm-ups before their game Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Sanford Stadium in Athens, GA. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Auburn running back JaTarvious Whitlow (28) and Tennessee defensive lineman Kyle Phillips (5) chase after a fumble during a game between Tennessee and Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama on Saturday, October 13, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee linebacker Jonathan Kongbo (99) is helped off the field after being injured during a game between Tennessee and Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama on Saturday, October 13, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee running back Ty Chandler (8) celebrates a touch down during a game between Tennessee and Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) throws a pass to Tennessee running back Tim Jordan (9) during a game between Tennessee and Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama on Saturday, October 13, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee Head Coach Jeremy Pruitt runs off the field after a game between Tennessee and Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. Tennessee defeated Auburn 30-24. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) is taken down by Auburn defensive back Jamel Dean (12) during a game between Tennessee and Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama on Saturday, October 13, 2018. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee Athletic Director and former head coach Phillip Fulmer smiles as he walks onto the field during a game between Tennessee and Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama on Saturday, October 13, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) tries to pry the ball out of the hand of Tennessee defensive lineman Kyle Phillips (5) as Phillips returns an interception in for a touchdown during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Alabama in Neyland Stadium on Saturday, October 20, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) is sacked by Alabama defensive back Xavier McKinney (15) during a game between Tennessee and Alabama at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, October 20, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

The Tennessee cheer squad signs to the Tennessee Waltz to an almost empty stadium after Alabama won 58-21 Saturday, October 20, 2018 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Madre London (31) loses the ball as Alabama defensive back Shyheim Carter (5) tackles him during a game between Tennessee and Alabama at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, October 20, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) leaps over Tennessee defensive back Nigel Warrior (18) during a game between Tennessee and Alabama at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, October 20, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) grimaces as he gets up after being sacked by Alabama defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs (49) during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Alabama in Neyland Stadium on Saturday, October 20, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) is sacked by Alabama defensive back Xavier McKinney (15) during a game between Tennessee and Alabama at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, October 20, 2018. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) throws a pass down the field during a game between Tennessee and Alabama at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, October 20, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) bumps into Alabama linebacker Christopher Allen (4) after making a play during a game between Tennessee and Alabama at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, October 20, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) arrives to the stadium before a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

A helmet bounces on the field during a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. South Carolina defeated Tennessee 27-24. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee defensive back Baylen Buchanan (28) takes down South Carolina wide receiver Shi Smith (13) in the end zone, and causes him to fumble the ball, during a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. South Carolina defeated Tennessee 27-24. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee head coach Jeremy Pruitt calls out to the field during a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina, on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) flips upside down while being tackled during a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee defensive back Carlin Fils-aime (27) scores a touchdown past South Carolina placekicker Shane Hynes (12) and South Carolina linebacker T.J. Brunson (6) during a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) celebrates with a teammate after making a touchdown during a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee tight end Eli Wolf (80) is congratulated after making the first touchdown of the game during the first quarter against South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel NFS

A Tennessee fan reacts to a play during a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee running back Tim Jordan (9) leaps over South Carolina defensive back Steven Montac (22) for extra yardage during a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee athletic director Philip Fulmer reacts to Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) getting sacked on a fourth down in the final minutes of a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. South Carolina defeated Tennessee 27-24. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) tries to push away South Carolina defensive back R.J. Roderick (10) during a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee wide receiver Josh Palmer (84) is denied the pass by South Carolina defensive back Jaycee Horn (7) during a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) sits on the ground after being sacked on the fourth down at the end of a game between Tennessee and South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. South Carolina defeated Tennessee 27-24. Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel NFS

At center Tennessee linebacker Darrin Kirkland Jr. (34) runs off the field while celebrating during the homecoming game between Tennessee and Charlotte outside of Neyland Stadium Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018. Saul Young/News Sentinel NFS

Tennessee tight end Dominick Wood-Anderson (4) celebrates after making a touchdown during a game against Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee defensive back Micah Abernathy (22) celebrates during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) pulls in the pass for the touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) catches a pass and makes a touchdown at the end of the second quarter during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Jordan Murphy (11) is defended by Missouri safety Joshuah Bledsoe (18) during a pass attempt in the Tennessee and Missouri football game on Saturday, November 17, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Tennessee defensive back Nigel Warrior (18) breaks up a pass intended for Missouri wide receiver Emanuel Hall (84) during the Tennessee and Missouri football game on Saturday, November 17, 2018. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

SEC champion Alabama loses the most. Seven Alabama players elected to enter the 2019 NFL draft even though they had college eligibility remaining.

Such attrition doesn't mean UT could upset the Tide next season. But perhaps it could come within five touchdowns.

Mississippi State, Tennessee's other opponent from the SEC West next season, had only one junior declare for the draft. But that player, Jeffery Simmons, was one of the best defensive linemen in the country.

Georgia and Florida, the two top programs in the SEC East, both suffered significant losses.

The setting sun illuminates Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) as he calls for the snap during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Georgia in Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Charlie Collier, from Franklin, and many other Volunteer fans show their disappointment during second half action of their 38-12 loss to Georgia Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Sanford Stadium in Athens, GA. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel,

Tennessee running back Ty Chandler (8) runs for a touchdown during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Georgia in Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Georgia defenders motion that they recovered a fumbled ball by Tennessee running back Jeremy Banks (33) during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Georgia in Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

A lone Tennessee fan stands among Georgia fans in the stands during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Georgia in Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Georgia quarterback Justin Fields (1) scores a touchdown in the final minutes of their 38-12 win over Tennessee Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Sanford Stadium in Athens, GA. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Georgia linebacker D'Andre Walker (15) celebrates a defensive play by the Bulldogs during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Georgia in Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

Tennessee Head Coach Jeremy Pruitt talks to Georgia Head Coach Kirby Smart during warm-ups before their game Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Sanford Stadium in Athens, GA. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Ty Chandler (8) is stopped on a run by Georgia defensive back Richard LeCounte (2) during first half action Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Sanford Stadium in Athens, GA. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Tim Jordan (9) runs down the field during the Tennessee Volunteers' game against Georgia in Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel

All four players had an impact against Tennessee in a 38-12 victory this past season. Holyfield led Georgia in rushing with 78 yards, Nauta had a 31-yard touchdown run, and Hardman and Riley each had four catches.

Florida is losing junior running back Jordan Scarlett to the NFL. He led the Gators with 77 yards rushing in their 47-21 victory over Tennessee. Florida also will lose offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor.

However, the Gators will be more impacted on defense by players leaving early. They will miss cornerback Chauncey Gardner-Johnson, linebacker Vosean Joseph and linebacker Jachai Polite.

Despite those losses, Georgia and Florida likely will be solid favorites against Tennessee next season. But the Vols could at least close the points gap.

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Tennessee defensive back Brandon Davis (29) dances with his players in the end zone following their 24-7 victory over Kentucky Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Ty Chandler (8) leaps for extra yardage during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee tight end Dominick Wood-Anderson (4) scores a touchdown during second half action in the Kentucky game Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Ty Chandler (8) runs past the Kentucky defense during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) is taken down by Tennessee defensive back Baylen Buchanan (28) during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee linebacker Darrell Taylor (19) celebrates with Tennessee linebacker Darrin Kirkland Jr. (34) after making an interception during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Tim Jordan (9) keeps running as Kentucky safety Darius West (25) tries to tackle him to the ground during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee tight end Dominick Wood-Anderson (4) celebrates after making a touchdown during a game against Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee defensive back Bryce Thompson (20) makes a hard fall after breaking up a pass intended for Kentucky running back Benny Snell Jr. (26) during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Kentucky quarterback Terry Wilson (3) is sacked by Tennessee linebacker Darrell Taylor (19) during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee placekicker Brent Cimaglia (42) celebrates after scoring an extra point during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee defensive back Micah Abernathy (22) celebrates during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) and running back Tim Jordan (9) celebrate after a run play during first half action in the Kentucky game Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) pulls in the pass for the touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Jordan Murphy (11) is pushed out of bounds by Kentucky safety Mike Edwards (7) during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Kentucky running back Benny Snell Jr. (26) is pursued by Tennessee defensive lineman Shy Tuttle (2) and defensive back Alontae Taylor (6) during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) celebrates after making a touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) on a throw during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) celebrates after making a touchdown at the end of the second quarter during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee Head Coach Jeremy Pruitt yells at Tennessee offensive lineman Drew Richmond (51) after an altercation on the field between opposing team players during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee linebacker Darrell Taylor (19) reacts after making a play during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) catches a pass and makes a touchdown at the end of the second quarter during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) celebrates a touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee Head Coach Jeremy Pruitt walks on the sidelines during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Kentucky wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. (1) is taken down by Tennessee defensive back Micah Abernathy (22) and Tennessee defensive lineman Kyle Phillips (5) during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Kentucky wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. (1) tries to outrun Tennessee linebacker Will Ignont (23) as he tackles him during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Kentucky wide receiver David Bouvier (33) is denied the pass by Tennessee defensive back Theo Jackson (26) during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Ty Chandler (8) is handed the ball by Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) runs down the field as Kentucky safety Tyrell Ajian (23) defends during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Tim Jordan (9) dives for extra yardage during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee offensive lineman Drew Richmond (51) is held back by a referee during first half action in the Kentucky game Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee placekicker Brent Cimaglia (42) is congratulated by punter Joe Doyle (47) after Cimaglia hit a field goal during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) looks for an open receiver during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Ty Chandler (8) looks for a way through the Kentucky defense during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

A pass to Tennessee tight end Dominick Wood-Anderson (4) falls incomplete during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee defensive lineman Kyle Phillips (5) celebrates after making a tackle during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee wide receiver Marquez Callaway (1) on the kick-off return during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Ty Chandler (8) gets the handoff and looks for a way through the Kentucky defense during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

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Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) looks for an open receiver during the game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee tight end Eli Wolf (80) makes the catch near the end zone during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Ty Chandler (8) is tackled by Kentucky linebacker Kash Daniel (56) during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee running back Ty Chandler (8) tries to get through the Kentucky defense during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Michael Patrick/News Sentinel

Tennessee quarterback Keller Chryst (19) and running back Madre London (31) warm up before the start of the game against Kentucky on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. Saul Young/News Sentinel